SUBJECT: Deputies Complete Sex Offender Compliance Checks Before Halloween
RELEASE NUMBER: 2026-NR-1029
CONTACT: Major Matt Corn
AUTHORITY: Sheriff Noah Robinson
In preparation for Halloween, the Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Office conducted a countywide compliance operation focused on registered sex and violent offenders. The operation was intended to verify compliance with state registration requirements and promote public safety ahead of Halloween.
Throughout the operation, deputies conducted in-person verification checks at registered residences and workplaces to confirm addresses, employment, and other required registry information. In some cases, deputies also interviewed household members to help confirm registrants’ residences and compliance with registration requirements.
Verification Results:
- Total Attempted Sex Offender Verifications: 133
- Verified Offenders: 126 were positively verified
- Pending Verifications: 8
- Arrests: 2
- Active Investigations: 2
- Failure to Register Reports: 4
Sheriff Noah Robinson stated, “The safety of our residents is always a priority. These verification efforts help ensure registered offenders are complying with state law and demonstrate our commitment to protecting our community, especially during holidays when families and children are out enjoying Halloween activities.”
Presumption of Innocence Notice: The fact that a person has been arrested or charged with a crime is merely an accusation, and the defendant is presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty in a court of law.
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